Yojimbo means bodyguard. It is the 1860’s and out-of-work samurai wander the country. Just because I don’t hold it as high in regards as alot of other critics doesn’t mean this film is any less powerful. This is not Kurosawa’s best film, but it is still a classic, and I highly recommend this to fans of Japanese or Samurai films, and anyone who appreciates world cinema… Continue reading
Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow – Review
Naruto will likely appeal to a younger audience who haven’t already seen this same story played out dozens of different times in other anime. Quite honestly these films don’t get more adult oriented until later on, but I felt it was important to showcase this film as it is a stepping stone into the universe…
Top 10 Studio Ghibli Films of All Time
Japan Cinema proudly presents it’s Top 10 Studio Ghibli Films of All Time! I hope within this list you find yourself entertained, interested, and above all else, ready to track down any of these films and give them a watch…
Mind Game – Review
Mind Game’s plot is a lot to absorb but once you take it all in, you can consider yourself as unprepared for what you will see but be ready to be surprised when you do and mentally exhausted once you did. The actual elements of the plot are not really the focus of the movie though, but instead it is about setting the mood & creating the atmosphere of the characters’ emotions…
Street Fighter Alpha: Generations – Review
In a quest to become a true martial arts master, Ryu sets out to hone his street fighting skills and to deliver himself from the haunting legacy of the Dark Hadou. Sadly, instead of continuing from Street Fighter Alpha to part 2 we are presented with a 45 minute prequel which is obviously not aimed at any street fighter fan…
Dante’s Inferno: An Animated Epic – Review
Dante’s Inferno made me think about evil, morality, the nature of god, all that stuff. It is thoughtful and smart, with a story that makes sense. A lot of the animes you watch make no sense whats so ever, but this made perfect sense all the way through. This film is interesting because it’s all about point of view.
Top 10 Studio Ghibli Films of All Time
March 7th, 2010
cello85 Japan Cinema proudly presents it’s Top 10 Studio Ghibli Films of All Time! I hope within this list you find yourself entertained, interested, and above all else, ready to track down any of these films and give them a watch… Continue reading
Still Walking – Review
March 6th, 2010
cello85 Which seems to be more commonplace on the site nowadays, this is another serious drama movie. From start to finish the film wraps itself around you, absorbing you in the everyday aspects of life we might normally consider mundane. The director hardly ever moves the camera, but there’s nothing static about Still Walking… Continue reading
Blood and Bone – Review
March 4th, 2010
cello85 This kind of film is perfect for Michael Jai White because he is a professional martial artist who holds seven black belts in various disciplines. More importantly, what he shows in this film is something that should not be missed by anyone with an eye. It is not the typical fight movie, especially your typical Direct to DVD film… Continue reading
Departures – Review
March 3rd, 2010
cello85 The way to approach this film is with tempered expectations, so that the film can touch you in its journey that is both surprising and pleasurable. It is not often that we become privy to a film about the beautifying of corpses, director Takita takes on the grim subject matter and gives it a commercial charm and appeal… Continue reading
Mind Game – Review
March 2nd, 2010
cello85
Mind Game’s plot is a lot to absorb but once you take it all in, you can consider yourself as unprepared for what you will see but be ready to be surprised when you do and mentally exhausted once you did. The actual elements of the plot are not really the focus of the movie though, but instead it is about setting the mood & creating the atmosphere of the characters’ emotions… Continue reading
To Catch a Virgin Ghost – Review
March 1st, 2010
cello85 If you’re looking for an entertaining Asian horror film, this is a good place to start. To Catch a Virgin Ghost begins very promisingly. The film is so energetic that you tend not to notice some clumsy set-ups and hurried executions. With a successful mix of different genres and homage to such films like Evil Dead, this is yet another solid piece of South Korean cinema… Continue reading




